Dreaming of a White Christmas

I grew up in Siberia where every Christmas is white. By the end of November snow dresses up streets, buildings, trees, and everything around. So when the winter holidays come, the city is already decorated by Nature. Now that I have moved to California I miss that white splendor. Every Christmas season I see fabulously decorated trees, beautiful lights, cheerful Santas... but no snow.


I’m dreaming of a white Christmas
Just like the ones I used to know...



I always wondered how this song written by an American can express my feelings so well. Imagine my surprise when I found out that Irving Berlin who wrote this song was actually born in Siberia and left Russia to move to the US with his parents when he was a child. He must have missed the snow just like I do!



To be fair I’m not the only one who likes to dream of a white Christmas. Considering that the song became the best seller of all times, people all over the globe find something in this song that touches them. Is it nostalgia of happy childhood times? Or is it a search for innocence and simplicity in this demanding and overwhelming life? Or maybe all-white just seems more romantic?


No matter what the reason, we like to recreate a feeling of a white Christmas with handmade decor. You can find crocheted snowflakes, felted snowmen, and lots of snow white accessories created by the Russian Team on Etsy.


May your days be merry and bright,
and may all your Christmases be white!

By Yana (WineCountryLife)

Free graphic Snowflakes and Christmas alphabet

There is nothing like a white Christmas! We'd like to see these sparkly white little miracles flying in the air while we are warm and cozy around the Christmas tree!

Here is some more snowflakes for you. You can use them for gift tags or winter scrapbooking. Whatever you do they will always look gorgeous and will never melt!

To add that special touch and make your gift even more personal use these free Christmas alphabet:

 The person you give a gift to will thank you with all his heart!

Thank you, Katrin (karisagraphic) for sharing it with us today.

Have a happy Holidays and let it snow!

Wonderful things wednesday - Cozy Christmas

Christmas is such a wonderful holiday. It is all about being with your loved ones in the warmth and coziness of your home. And surrounding yourself with handmade Christmas items can make it even cozier and warmer.

You can make your own garlands and stockings for your fireplace, table centerpieces and other festive home decorations. Crocheted snowflakes will liven up your Christmas tree and embroidered napkins will dress up your holiday table. Handmade Christmas ornaments are a unique gift and vintage tree decorations will transport you back to your childhood. And don't forget the perfect handmade gift for your hostess!

We have worked hard to offer this wonderful selection of handmade Christmas items, so you could make your home cozy and beautiful this Holiday Season.

{Photo sources from top, then left to right: 1, 2, 3, 4 }

{Photo sources from top, then left to right: 1, 2, 3, 4 }

{Photo sources from top, then left to right: 1, 2, 3, 4 }

Story by Alla (FleetingStillness)

Photo collages by Katrin (KarisaGraphic)